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2000 acres of surrounding land in Southport to be rezoned after being turned over to the county
SOUTHPORT, N.C. (WECT) - Neighbors in the land surrounding Southport are confused about what’s about to happen to their community. About a month ago, HB 911 passed in the general assembly which gave Southport’s Extra-Territorial Jurisdiction (ETJ) over to the county. Before that, while the land was outside...
From trees to transportation, Brunswick considers changes to rules on development
A process to update a document that guides development in Brunswick County has been ongoing for months and continues to see delays. In the last year, residents have been vocal at meetings of the Brunswick County Planning Board and Board of Commissioners, expressing their concerns with the development occurring across the county and...
Southport Deadly Hit and Run Plea
SOUTHPORT, NC (WWAY) — Anthony Wayne Overman Jr. pled guilty to Involuntary Manslaughter and felony Hit and Run Causing Death. Overman was sentenced to 10-21 months in prison for the Involuntary Manslaughter. He was also sentenced to 3 years supervised probation for the felony Hit and Run. That probation...
Wilmington furniture store to close amid company-wide shutdown
The companywide closure of a furniture store will result in the closure of its one Wilmington location. Badcock Home Furniture & More, located at 6737 Market Street, will be closing. Stores across all eight states where the company currently operates will also be closing, according to a comment posted by the Badcock Home Furniture & More Facebook page. ...
Traffic lights after 18-wheeler struck power lines on Market St and South Kerr Ave
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - Police are currently deploying generator power at Market St. and South Kerr Ave. after an 18-wheeler struck power lines. Several traffic lights are currently out at the intersection. Police advise drivers to seek an alternate route.
NC Attorney General Stein announces $86 million settlement in principle with Indivior
RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCT) — N.C. Attorney General Josh Stein announced an $86 million multi-state settlement in principle with opioid manufacturer Indivior for its role in fueling the opioid crisis. North Carolina state and local governments are anticipated to receive approximately $2.5 million from the settlement in principle. “North Carolinians are dying every day from opioid […]
ENC National Night Out roundup
EASTERN NORTH CAROLINA — National Night Out is a time for strengthening police-community partnerships and highlighting local resources. These events create an atmosphere for sharing information and building positive relationships between citizens and law enforcement. Here are some National Night Out events taking place throughout our area. Carteret County:
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